A new plan is set to empower the Puketāpapa community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.
The Puketāpapa Local Board Emergency Readiness and Response Plan, created with Auckland Emergency Management (AEM), offers practical guidance to help residents and businesses stay safe before, during, and after an emergency.
The plan responds to lessons learned from the devastating Auckland floods and Cyclone Gabrielle in 2023, which highlighted the importance of local preparedness and community support during emergency events.
Chair Ella Kumar believes the plan will provide important and easy-to-understand information around planning for future emergencies.
“We can’t predict if and when future natural disasters will occur, but we can prepare for them, and by having the Puketāpapa Local Board Emergency Readiness and Response Plan our community will be better-equipped to act swiftly and respond if and when the time arises.”
The plan identifies the area’s top hazards and provides tips on reducing risk, preparing for emergencies, and navigating the recovery process.
Developed through consultation with diverse community and faith-based groups, subject matter experts, and key agencies, the plan is designed to reflect the unique needs of the Puketāpapa area.
Printed copies will be available in libraries and community centres, while a digital version will soon be accessible on the council website.
“There has been a lot of hard mahi that’s gone into creating this user-friendly document. The plan has received a wide range of input and the result is a fantastic tool that will make a massive different to Puketāpapa residents.”
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